hello, any idea if this helps bring oxygen to the water also? when you have fish?
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It does. It circulates the water which provides oxygen. I have an indoor house pond filled with kois. Their life expectancy has greatend and they have grown bigger due to the water circulation. My local pet shop suggested getting one, however make sure you buy the right pump (based on how many gallons your pond holds)
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Yes, the water movement definitely helps oxygenate the water, which is why I am using it. I also have bubblers because there are so many fish in a small enclosure. I like this particular model because it is more compact and I have a smaller "pond" so it takes less space and is easier to get out of the water to replace the filters. Because of algae and fish waste I have to change the filter about once a week or the fountain stops running because no water gets through the clogged filters, so make sure you get extra filters or filter material also if you want to cut your own to save money. Yes, the water movement definitely helps oxygenate the water, which is why I am using it. I also have bubblers because there are so many fish in a small enclosure. I like this particular model because it is more compact and I have a smaller "pond" so it takes less space and is easier to get out of the water to replace the filters. Because of algae and fish waste I have to change the filter about once a week or the fountain stops running because no water gets through the clogged filters, so make sure you get extra filters or filter material also if you want to cut your own to save... » Read More Yes, the water movement definitely helps oxygenate the water, which is why I am using it. I also have bubblers because there are so many fish in a small enclosure. I like this particular model because it is more compact and I have a smaller "pond" so it takes less space and is easier to get out of the water to replace the filters. Because of algae and fish waste I have to change the filter about once a week or the fountain stops running because no water gets through the clogged filters, so make sure you get extra filters or filter material also if you want to cut your own to save money. « Show Less
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The fountain and filter move the water around, which helps aerate it. Usually if your water is lacking oxygen, it is due to too many fish or too much uneaten food in the water. The filter helps with removing contaminants which while decomposing will deplete the oxygen.
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I believe the fountain does add oxygen to the water. And you definitely need to keep the filter clean in order to keep the pond clean.
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Indeed , this littel Filter with Fountain sprout should bring ennough oxgen to your Pond . depending on the Pond size ? , Keep it clean all the time , a Fountain ' Dribble ' will tell you it is time for a simple Garden Hose cleaning :) , also get a UV 9watt light to keep your Water crystal clean . UV light works great ..
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Clearly not enough. No room for plants or any way to get oxygen in. Basically torture for fish -- like not enough air or space.Why bother to waste money- soon you will have dead fish.
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I use this for my bettas..not just for conditioning the water, but when i breed them sometimes their fins get torn and this helps heal them and lowers the overall stress.
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Yes, it works quite well. Make sure you get the right size for your fish tank.
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Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just keep the surface water moving. Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just... » Read More Well it all depends on how you set up your tank. The idea behind a air pump is to break the surface tension of the water. This is how oxygen gets in the water. The bubbles from the air pump actually don't add oxygen to the water till they pop on the surface. So to answer your question directly. You don't need a air pump if you put the circulation jut under the surface of the water and aim it so you can see the water surface rippling a bit. One other thing if your using a hang on the back filter and not a canister filter you don't even need the circulation pump. The whole idea is to just keep the surface water moving. « Show Less
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I wish I could help but I'm not sure about PH fluctuations with this product. Since I have Cichlids that love a high PH I no longer monitor it since my water is high in PH already and they are so hearty.
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I would agree with Dennis. Depends on amount of fish and the filter being properly colonized with beneficial bacteria and the amount air volume available for the filter. Many factors to consider.
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As the others have said the waves that are produced help to break up the surface of the water. This action helps to facilitate the exchange between the oxygen at the surface of the water and the gas produced by the break down of organics in the aquarium.
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We only used it once, but yes, it worked fine. Reduced the heat loss by at least 50%. We got solar heat shortly thereafter so haven't bothered with the fish.
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Liquid oxygen improves oxygen level in the blood. I have heard of tablets used for emergency water purification but have no experience with their use.Marge
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No this is an extra layer of filter. It will not supply enough oxygen to your tank.
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I know it does make the water smell better. It gets rid of that well water smell, I'm sure the water will taste better than if u didn't have it.
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I use for my marine fish and also for a betta. The betta loves it, his color also improved compared to the betta food he was eating.
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I use it when I do a 10 % weekly water change. And on initial tank start up, waiting a few days before adding fish.
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I am using it in a 100 gallon tank and since adding it, my tank is much cleaner. The circulation gets the water to the filters better and the fish love to swim against the current.
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I can't say , I have done several water changes since I first put this in my tank . My sponges still hold bacteria. So I haven't used it since I cycled my tank. I just keep testing my water, I have fancy gold fish
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It will work fine.But my 2 cents is save your money on that product and do more water changes. Better for the fish.